Juglans cinerea

Butternut

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Large deciduous North American tree valued for timber and edible nuts. Highly susceptible to butternut canker disease. Requires deep soil.
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Plant Details

Common Name Butternut
Family Juglandaceae
Genus Juglans
Species Cinerea
Origin Eastern United States
Blooming Monoecious, catkins in spring
Leaf Color Light green to yellow-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Deep, moist, well-drained loamy soil. Sensitive to drought and poor drainage.

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment. Deep watering in dry summer spells.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal growth and nut production.

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Fertilization

Low nitrogen needs; apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.

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Pruning

Prune in late winter to minimize risk of bacterial canker spread.

Pest Control Aphid Butternut Canker Fungus Caterpillar

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-40° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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